Derrick Lee
The Timeless Allure: Exploring Tamzene’s ‘Accidentally Told You’ and its Resonance with Classic Jazz Ballads
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Have you ever been so moved by a song that you become obsessed with it? That’s exactly what happened to me when I stumbled upon Tamzene’s “accidentally told you” demo recording. I’ve…
Genre-Fluid and Electric: The Frost Children Shook It Up At SXSW
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Despite stumbling in a tad late to their gig at Swan Dive during SXSW, I was instantly swept up in the cyclone of energy that is The Frost Children. This sibling…
The Dreamy Soundscapes of Nightjacket: A Fresh Take on Modern Dream Pop
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! ECHO PARK, CA- “… Witnessing Nightjacket live for the first time was akin to unearthing a forgotten vinyl from the golden age of dream pop. The unmistakable echoes of Mazzy Star permeated the venue, with lead…
Patriarchy: A Transcendent Dark Wave Experience at Dum Dum Fest
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! ECHO PARK, CA- “…In the realm of live music, few bands electrify the space quite like Patriarchy. At their most recent performance at Dum Dum Fest, they yet again proved that their on-stage magnetism is peerless….
Dum Dum Fest Hightlight: Iress… Nuff Said
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! ECHO PARK, CA- “…In an upcoming feature, I’ll dive deep into my latest encounter with Iress at Resident LA. But for now, let’s keep the suspense alive. A sneak peek into my thoughts? Michelle Malley of…
Lauren Lakis at Dum Dum Fest: A Sonic Evolution Worth the Wait
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! ECHO PARK, CA- “…Some things are worth waiting for, and seeing Lauren Lakis live at Dum Dum Fest was one of them. Though our digital paths had crossed back in 2018, this was my first real-life…
Outloud at WeHo Pride: Where Music, Love, and Acceptance Converge in West Hollywood
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT MORE COVERAGE OF OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE LOS ANGELES, CA- As I stepped foot into the vibrant world of Outloud at Weho Pride, the annual LGBTQ music festival in the heart of West Hollywood, I was immediately captivated by the…
Drum ‘n’ Bass Revelation: Venbee’s Memorable Daytime Performance at SXSW
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TEXAS- The British Music Embassy’s showcase at SXSW presented me with a unique encounter, that of the drum ‘n’ bass artist, Venbee. Set against a clear blue sky and caressed by the…
From Chicago to Swan Dive: Bnny’s Captivating Concert Experience Reviewed
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Immersing oneself in the vast sea of indie music often paves the way for unexpected encounters with hidden gems. One such gem that sparkled brightly for me was Bnny, the Chicago-based…
Experiencing Sans Soucis: A First-Time Review of Her SXSW Performance
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Sans Soucis is the London-based project of Italian singer-songwriter Giulia Grispino, and I had the pleasure of catching her performance on the British Music Embassy stage at SXSW. Known for her…